Dementia and Delirium Practitioner

Working with the Dementia and Delirium Specialist practitioner in conjunction with the clinical lead to deliver high quality patient care, acting as a role model for all staff. The successful candidate would be expected to provide specialist clinical advice, education and leadership to staff across the trust working with people living with dementia or delirium. This work will feed into the overall team aim of implementing and influencing continual improvement in the standard of care provided. The team is looking for individuals who have expert skills in communicating with individuals living with a dementia, and who are able to teach and disseminate those skills to others. The post holder should have specific knowledge of managing the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. You will be joining a supportive and friendly team. Personal and professional development is a requirement of the post and will be supported through both internal and external training opportunities. The post holder may be required to work in other areas of the Trust to meet service needs and work rotational shifts.Main duties of the job To act as an innovative and enthusiastic role model providing training, guidance and advice to staff caring for people living with Dementia and Delirium. To work within the multi-disciplinary team in the provision of dementia and delirium care throughout all aspects of the patients care pathway and in all clinical settings. To deliver high quality patient care, acting as a role model for all staff by providing specialist clinical advice, education, and leadership to clinical staff across the trust caring for people with dementia or delirium to result in an improvement in the standard of care provided. Work with patients with dementia to improve their mental health, physical health, and wellbeing through therapeutic activities. Be confident in working with patients who have behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia and be able to support ward staff with management strategies and establish relationships with patients identifying ways to support them whilst in hospital, regularly engaging with individuals and families/carer. Ensure accurate assessments and information is gathered, to help facilitate complex discharge planning. Working closely, with the wards and discharge team to ensure accurate assessments have been taken place to facilitate timely and accurate discharges. Assist to implement meaningful person-centred care plans supporting the emotional and behavioural needs of individual patients. To support and encourage ward staff to organise appropriate activities/interactions.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.